Every child is different. Everyone’s growing environment, behavior, mental development will naturally be different. As the baby approaches the age of two, it is not uncommon for him to become cranky or have short temper tantrums.
If you’ve had a child aged two or so, you’re probably familiar with the term ‘Terrible Two’. Is your child suddenly angry, excessive insistence? How to handle this situation? Let’s find out today.
Is the Terrible Two normal?
Some behavioural changes are seen in children around two years of age. This is a normal stage of child development. A child of this age has frequent mood swings, says ‘no’ to everything and screams over the smallest things – this is what pediatricians call ‘Terrible 2’. This phase does not last very long. So for those who are worried about this phase of the baby, I will share some tips in today’s article on how to handle this situation easily.
When does this phase begin?
Some of the symptoms of Terrible 2 are usually seen in children starting at 18 months. Most children begin to show tantrums and oppositional behavior between the ages of 2 and 3. These symptoms usually last until the age of 3/4 years. Many parents get quite frustrated at this time, but remember this is a part of normal child development.
What are the symptoms of Terrible Two?
A common sign of this is that your child will react to what you tell them to do, insisting for no reason. Parents can easily identify these behavioral changes. Not wanting to change clothes/diapers, throwing toys, loud crying, frequent mood swings, not wanting to eat or sleep, even biting, hitting when angry are common symptoms of Terrible Two. At this time, children cannot fully express their feelings, so their mood changes very easily.
How to handle?
Be patient
No matter how stubborn the child is, you have to keep a cool head and handle the situation. Because if you also get angry at that time, the child will be afraid or behave more aggressively. So be patient, this time will not last long. If the child insists, ignore it and try to divert his mind another day.
Stay positive
Children should always be treated positively. He grew up with a positive mind. Positive behavior includes praise for doing well and correcting for mistakes. These will teach your child what behavior is acceptable and what is not. He will grow up with a positive mentality from childhood.
Give him the choice option
Occasionally ask the child to choose one of the ‘choice options’ or any two options to show that the child’s opinion is being valued. Give him priority, but don’t give him control over anything at this age, you have to make decisions.
Set routines
Children at this age don’t want to follow rules. But parents should set his routine. Eat when you eat, sleep when you sleep and play when you play. This is the perfect time to raise the child in an organised way. Once the baby gets used to the routine, you will benefit.
Get motivated
According to pediatricians, by the age of 2, children can learn to control their fillings if they are given proper training. When the child does well, behaves properly; Then reward and praise him. Then he will become more enthusiastic about this work. Encourage him to put away toys, water plants, eat with his own hands, fold clothes. It will reduce his restlessness.
When to take expert advice?
In most cases, the Terrible Two stage is completely normal for babies and plays a role in your child’s growth. However, if the child repeats some abnormal behavior like – hitting the head while sitting in anger, scratching himself or hitting the wall, breaking things in the house, etc., then consult a child neurologist immediately. If your child has developmental delays, does not follow commands, and is hyperactive, consult a specialist.
